404 problem on new multisite install (7 posts)

This is a basic problem that seems to be fixed with .htaccess. However, I have a more secure setting by having my wordpress installed in a subfolder. I am guessing that this is creating a problem with my .htaccess and I am wondering how I can fix this problem. If I have wp installed in a subfolder, what would I need to change to make my .htaccess accurately utilize multi sites. Thank you very much for your help.

Am I correct to assume that you're having an issue installing WordPress on the secondary site when you have WordPress installed on your main site? Are you getting a 404 not found when your secondary site redirects you to http://domain.com/folder/wp-admin/install.php or did you already pass all of that part?

If passed, IGNORE THE REST and please clarify my confusion if you would like me to help you. Email [Redacted]

If you are having that issue, here's a suggestion on what you can try, which worked for me. In your root directory, you will see your .htaccess file. In that file, near the top, look for this:

'<files install.php>
Order allow,deny
Deny from all
</files>'

For now, change the Deny to Allow. This will allow you to install WordPress on the secondary/tertiary, etc. After it's installed, it is crucial that you change it back to Deny. You can then browse your multiple WordPress instances.